Renowned designer duo Shantanu and Nikhil presented their bridal collection, ‘The Mahal’ on the fourth day of the BMW India Bridal Fashion Week in New Delhi.

Inspired from the the beauty, architecture, culture and divine royalty of Jodhpur, they also took reference from the famous Sheesh Mahal to make their outfits more appealing.

Talking about his latest collection, Nikhil said, “We love travelling. Every season, there is some reference to our travels. It’s almost like I was an architect in my previous life. We are hugely inspired by the construction (done) by men, buildings and pillars. Mehrangarh Fort is such a spectacle.

“We have taken reference of the Sheesh Mahal and put them on our clothes and the silhouette is also inspired by the shapes of Mahal which is more angular and geometric and you realise that the design details that they went through was based on mathematics, very intelligent designs.”

Models donned gowns, crop tops with lehengas and leather bodice on the ramp. Shantanu and Nikhil redefined the menswear and models were seen in printed bandhgalas with fitted pants or churidar.

The color palette, also inspired by Sheesh Mahal, consisted of beige, brown, silver metallic, patina gold, rich reds and teal blues speaking about the glory and the diversified charm of the atmosphere.

Inspite of using jewellery, the designers opted for headgear to complement their collection. Footwear too was quite interesting with gold detailing.

The event was attended by former cricketer Murali Kartik and BJP leader Anurag Thakur.